Distributed Design Series™ Surface Mount Loudspeakers Installation and Operation Manual Model Driver Diameter Description DS5 DS8 DS8SUB full-range full-range subwoofer 5.0" 127 mm 8.0" 203.2 mm 8.0" 203.
Introduction & Product Description Thank you for your choice of Community's Distributed Design Series™ Surface Mount Loudspeakers. This series is comprised of the following models: Model DS5 DS8 DS8SUB Description 5" 2-way surface-mount* 8" 2-way surface-mount* 8" subwoofer surface-mount* *All models are available in black or white. The Surface Mount Series have a unique, modern-looking streamlined architectural design.
Packing List and Feature Identification Community Distributed Design Series Surface Mount Loudspeakers are engineered and manufactured to be rugged and they are carefully packed in sturdy cartons. However, it is wise to thoroughly inspect each unit after it has been removed from the packaging, as damage could occur during shipping. Please note that once the shipment has left your dealer or the Community factory, the responsibility for damage is always borne by the freight company.
Important Safety Instructions Always follow these basic safety precautions when using or installing Distributed Design Series Surface Mount Loudspeakers and accessories: WARNING: describes an operating condition or user action that will likely cause damage to the equipment or injury to the user or to others in the vicinity. • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings.
L’information de Sûreté Importante PRÉCAUTION: Veuillez toujours suivent ces mesures de sécurité de base lors de l’utilisation ou lors de l’installation des haut-parleurs Distributed Design Series Surface Mount et de ces accessoires : • Lisez et Gardez les instructions. • Observez tous les avertissements. • Suivez toutes les instructions, particulièrement ceux concernant le calage, support, montage et raccordements électriques. • Ne pas utiliser cet appareil près de l’eau.
Infin-A-Ball™ Mounting System Community’s Infin-A-Ball™ (IAB) mounting system allows low-profile mounting and precise aiming over a broad tilt–swivel range. The IAB ball-mount receptacle is factory pre-attached to a recess in the cabinet, and after placing the loudspeaker onto the IAB bracket, you need only to twist the included hex wrench to lock any position.
Installation and Wiring 1. Connect incoming input wires (and optional loop-thru wires) from wall to 4-pole Euroblock screw terminals concealed in the base of the Infin-A-Ball bracket.* *Note: Check local codes to determine if a wall box or metal plate is required for the integrated wiring. See page 10. Input Wires (not included) Loop-Thru Wires (optional) Infin-A-Ball bracket Terminal Block 2.
Vertical mounting 5. Adjust the cabinet position by rotating and tilting as desired. Then firmly tighten the locking screw with the provided hex wrench. Horizontal mounting 6. Using a small slot-blade screwdriver (like the one provided) you can pry the logo plate out a few millimeters, then rotate it 90° and press it back in place so it reads correctly for horizontal or vertical mounting. Horizontal Mount Maximum Aiming Angle DS5 DS8 A 8° 8° B 20° 11° C 64° 59° 7.
8. Insert the 2-pole male Euroblock connector that is pre-wired to the Infin-A-Ball bracket into the mating female connector on the back of the loudspeaker cabinet. 9. Then press the IP56 protective cover into place to weather seal the connection. No tool is needed for the cover; just snap it in place. Infin-A-Ball bracket Male Euroblock IP56 Cover 10. A safety cable attachment loop is built into the rear of the loudspeaker cabinet as shown here.
Wall Box Mounting (optional) While Community does not require or include a wall box or mounting plate with the loudspeakers, local building and safety codes may specify these items. If necessary, you can mount the IAB bracket approximately as shown here. The DS-WMP wall mount plate shown may be ordered as an option from Community. Use appropriate mounting hardware and fasteners, and secure per the steps below, making sure the installation is in accordance with the applicable codes.
Specifications Model DS5 DS8 DS8SUB Loudspeaker Type Full Range Coax Full Range Coax Subwoofer Description 5.0" Standard 8.0" Standard 8.0" Subwoofer Operating Range (±10 dB) 65 Hz - 22 kHz 60 Hz - 22 kHz 42 Hz - 200 Hz Max Input Power Rating 100W / 250W 150W/375W 2 0 0 W / 5 0 0 W Continuous/Program Sensitivity (1 W/1 meter) 93 dB SPL 95 dB SPL 88 dB SPL Available 70 V Taps (watts) 60-30-15-7.
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